Delicious Italian Meringue Buttercream

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Delicious Italian Meringue Buttercream recipe for your cakes and cupcakes

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

559

Sugar

49g

Fat

39g

Italian Meringue Buttercream is a classic frosting that's been used in Italy for generations. It's perfect for cakes and cupcakes as it's lighter and less sweet than other frostings. The buttercream is made by combining a cooked sugar syrup with beaten egg whites, which are then mixed with butter until smooth. This frosting has a silky smooth texture and is perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes, especially for special occasions like weddings and birthdays.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, combine sugar and water and heat over medium-high heat until the mixture starts boiling.
2.	In the meantime, beat egg whites using a stand mixer until they hold stiff peaks.
3.	Once the sugar syrup reaches 240°F, slowly pour it into the egg whites while the stand mixer is still running on low speed.
4.	Once all the sugar syrup has been poured in, increase the speed of the mixer and continue to beat until the meringue cools down to room temperature.
5.	Cut butter into small cubes and mix them into the meringue one by one until fully combined.
6.	Add vanilla extract or any other flavoring of your choice and continue to mix until well combined and smooth.

PROS

Italian Meringue Buttercream is a great frosting for cakes and cupcakes.

The texture is light, fluffy, and creamy, and it’s not too sweet like other frostings.

It’s easy to work with and can be piped into intricate designs.

It holds up well in the fridge and can be made ahead of time.

CONS

This frosting contains a lot of butter, making it high in calories and fat.

It can be a little tricky to make, especially if you’re not used to making meringue.

It can be too soft if not chilled properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This frosting is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The egg whites provide a good source of protein, which helps in building and repairing muscles in the body.

	16 ounces sugar
	water
	8 ounces egg whites
	20 ounces butter , room temp and cubed
	2 teaspoons vanilla extract ( or whatever flavoring you want )